Good Works Scholarship
$1,000
Karin Riley Porter, a Virginia criminal defense attorney, is committed to strengthening the criminal justice system by promoting fair representation across the Commonwealth and supporting those who defend the rights of others. Recognizing that criminal defense often involves advocating for people in vulnerable situations and protecting family interests, her firm also seeks to encourage students who balance academic goals with meaningful community service. Many aspiring attorneys and other professionals find it difficult to make time for civic engagement; the firm aims to help change that.
Scholarship overview
- Name: 2025 Karin Riley Porter Good Works Scholarship
- Award amount: $1,000...
Karin Riley Porter, a Virginia criminal defense attorney, is committed to strengthening the criminal justice system by promoting fair representation across the Commonwealth and supporting those who defend the rights of others. Recognizing that criminal defense often involves advocating for people in vulnerable situations and protecting family interests, her firm also seeks to encourage students who balance academic goals with meaningful community service. Many aspiring attorneys and other professionals find it difficult to make time for civic engagement; the firm aims to help change that.
Scholarship overview
- Name: 2025 Karin Riley Porter Good Works Scholarship
- Award amount: $1,000...
Family Matters Scholarship
$1,000
A family is important to everyone and what makes a family special isn’t always the same for different people. In our ever-changing society our typical “family structure” is constantly evolving. That’s why we’re asking the question, “What Does Family Mean to You?”The Stout Law Firm, P.L.L.C. is offering high school and college students across the country a chance at a $1000 dollar scholarship. All you have to do is submit a maximum 500-word essay that explains what family means to you and how your family is important to you.In an effort to place an emphasis on families and their importance...
A family is important to everyone and what makes a family special isn’t always the same for different people. In our ever-changing society our typical “family structure” is constantly evolving. That’s why we’re asking the question, “What Does Family Mean to You?”The Stout Law Firm, P.L.L.C. is offering high school and college students across the country a chance at a $1000 dollar scholarship. All you have to do is submit a maximum 500-word essay that explains what family means to you and how your family is important to you.In an effort to place an emphasis on families and their importance...
Path to Perseverance Scholarship
$2,500
Overview
We seek students who have been diagnosed with a disability to tell the story of their resilience. Applicants should submit a well-crafted personal essay (500–1,000 words) describing their journey, the obstacles they've overcome, and the lessons learned. One recipient will receive a $2,500 award.
Key dates
- Submission deadline: November 15, 2025.
- All essays submitted by the deadline will be carefully reviewed for selection.
Eligibility
The Path to Perseverance Scholarship is available to undergraduate or graduate students who meet all of the following conditions:
- Hold a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 (please include an unofficial transcript with...
Overview
We seek students who have been diagnosed with a disability to tell the story of their resilience. Applicants should submit a well-crafted personal essay (500–1,000 words) describing their journey, the obstacles they've overcome, and the lessons learned. One recipient will receive a $2,500 award.
Key dates
- Submission deadline: November 15, 2025.
- All essays submitted by the deadline will be carefully reviewed for selection.
Eligibility
The Path to Perseverance Scholarship is available to undergraduate or graduate students who meet all of the following conditions:
- Hold a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 (please include an unofficial transcript with...
Kids' Chance of Michigan Scholarship
$7,500
Kids’ Chance of Michigan, a non-profit organization with a 501(c)(3) status, is dedicated to offering scholarships to children whose parents have suffered severe injuries, death, or debilitating illnesses due to work-related incidents. These scholarships are granted annually, and eligible students are encouraged to apply each year.Criteria for Student ApplicantsApplicants must be 26 years old or younger at the time of applicationApplicants must be dependents of a worker who has been seriously injured, killed, or suffered a debilitating illness in a work-related incidentApplicants must demonstrate a financial need for post-secondary education fundingApplicants must be accepted or planning to enroll in a...
Kids’ Chance of Michigan, a non-profit organization with a 501(c)(3) status, is dedicated to offering scholarships to children whose parents have suffered severe injuries, death, or debilitating illnesses due to work-related incidents. These scholarships are granted annually, and eligible students are encouraged to apply each year.Criteria for Student ApplicantsApplicants must be 26 years old or younger at the time of applicationApplicants must be dependents of a worker who has been seriously injured, killed, or suffered a debilitating illness in a work-related incidentApplicants must demonstrate a financial need for post-secondary education fundingApplicants must be accepted or planning to enroll in a...
Fostering Futures Michigan Scholarship
$3,000
The Fostering Futures Scholarship (FFS) is a financial aid program specifically for students who have been in foster care in Michigan from the age of 13 or older. Eligibility is also dependent on the students' financial requirements. Qualification CriteriaEach applicant must:Submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for the current year.Fill out a FFS application before the specified deadline.Must have entered foster care in Michigan due to neglect or abuse at the age of 13 or after.Show evidence of financial need.Hold a high school diploma or an equivalent certification.Register for at least half-time study at a participating educational...
The Fostering Futures Scholarship (FFS) is a financial aid program specifically for students who have been in foster care in Michigan from the age of 13 or older. Eligibility is also dependent on the students' financial requirements. Qualification CriteriaEach applicant must:Submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for the current year.Fill out a FFS application before the specified deadline.Must have entered foster care in Michigan due to neglect or abuse at the age of 13 or after.Show evidence of financial need.Hold a high school diploma or an equivalent certification.Register for at least half-time study at a participating educational...
Texas Animal Rescue Scholarship
$1,000
Aulsbrook Car & Truck Wreck Lawyers is passionate about supporting individuals who dedicate their time and efforts to protecting, supporting, and saving animals in need. Attorney Matthew Aulsbrook dedicates his time to fostering dogs, aiming to secure them a permanent, caring home. Whether adopting a rescue animal or volunteering with a foundation that supports compassion for animals, we appreciate that there are other individuals out there serving animal welfare initiatives.Animals are selfless and friendly creatures who don’t often have the utilities or means to defend themselves against the outside world. We are grateful for the individuals who defend these creatures...
Aulsbrook Car & Truck Wreck Lawyers is passionate about supporting individuals who dedicate their time and efforts to protecting, supporting, and saving animals in need. Attorney Matthew Aulsbrook dedicates his time to fostering dogs, aiming to secure them a permanent, caring home. Whether adopting a rescue animal or volunteering with a foundation that supports compassion for animals, we appreciate that there are other individuals out there serving animal welfare initiatives.Animals are selfless and friendly creatures who don’t often have the utilities or means to defend themselves against the outside world. We are grateful for the individuals who defend these creatures...
Combating Campus Issues Scholarship
$1,000
The New York injury law firm, Goldstein and Bashner, has established itself as an advocate for the rights of students who experience harm caused by the negligence or intentional acts of others.The attorneys of the firm are committed to tirelessly advocating for such individuals to receive fair treatment, compensation, and accountability under the law.A particular area of interest to our legal team is eradicating the multitude of issues that students face on university campuses across the United States. Whether it is hazing, bullying, Title IX issues, or sexual assault, the attorneys at Goldstein and Bashner are committed to the fight...
The New York injury law firm, Goldstein and Bashner, has established itself as an advocate for the rights of students who experience harm caused by the negligence or intentional acts of others.The attorneys of the firm are committed to tirelessly advocating for such individuals to receive fair treatment, compensation, and accountability under the law.A particular area of interest to our legal team is eradicating the multitude of issues that students face on university campuses across the United States. Whether it is hazing, bullying, Title IX issues, or sexual assault, the attorneys at Goldstein and Bashner are committed to the fight...
Palm Beach and Martin Counties Scholarships
$5,000
About the Scholarship Program
Since 1985, the Community Foundation has awarded both need- and merit-based scholarships to expand college access and help local students reduce educational debt. Thanks to the generosity of our donors, we administer more than 120 distinct scholarship funds. Completing the Foundation’s general scholarship application places applicants under consideration for all eligible awards.
How the application is handled
- The scholarship cycle opens December 2025 for students planning to begin college in summer/fall 2026.
- The Community Foundation evaluates submitted applications and aligns candidates with scholarships that fit the donors’ criteria.
- A Scholarship Committee reviews finalists...
About the Scholarship Program
Since 1985, the Community Foundation has awarded both need- and merit-based scholarships to expand college access and help local students reduce educational debt. Thanks to the generosity of our donors, we administer more than 120 distinct scholarship funds. Completing the Foundation’s general scholarship application places applicants under consideration for all eligible awards.
How the application is handled
- The scholarship cycle opens December 2025 for students planning to begin college in summer/fall 2026.
- The Community Foundation evaluates submitted applications and aligns candidates with scholarships that fit the donors’ criteria.
- A Scholarship Committee reviews finalists...
American Culinary Federation Scholarships
$2,500
With the backing of the American Academy of Chefs (AAC), the American Culinary Federation Education Foundation is delighted to annually provide a select number of scholarships to students. These include:Apprenticeship programs - grants of up to $1,500Certificate programs - grants of up to $1,500Postsecondary degree programs - grants of up to $2,500We extend our gratitude to our members and partners for their generous contributions. Our scholarship offerings are supported by the following funds, in addition to general scholarship donations:AAC Andrew Macrina Scholarship FundAAC Balestreri/Cutino Scholarship FundAAC John Kacala Scholarship FundAAC Ray & Gertrude Marshall Scholarship FundChef Chris Neary Scholarship FundChef...
With the backing of the American Academy of Chefs (AAC), the American Culinary Federation Education Foundation is delighted to annually provide a select number of scholarships to students. These include:Apprenticeship programs - grants of up to $1,500Certificate programs - grants of up to $1,500Postsecondary degree programs - grants of up to $2,500We extend our gratitude to our members and partners for their generous contributions. Our scholarship offerings are supported by the following funds, in addition to general scholarship donations:AAC Andrew Macrina Scholarship FundAAC Balestreri/Cutino Scholarship FundAAC John Kacala Scholarship FundAAC Ray & Gertrude Marshall Scholarship FundChef Chris Neary Scholarship FundChef...
GACD Scholarship
$1,000
GACD offers an annual scholarship of $1,000 to promote education and career pursuits in the field of soil and water conservation. This financial aid is available to students who are either currently majoring in, or plan to major in, a discipline related to soil and water conservation. The acceptable fields of study encompass agricultural education, agronomy, horticulture, plant pathology, and agricultural communications, among others.The scholarship is open to high school seniors, as well as undergraduate and graduate students from Georgia, studying at any accredited institution within the United States. First-semester college students are required to submit their high school transcript...
GACD offers an annual scholarship of $1,000 to promote education and career pursuits in the field of soil and water conservation. This financial aid is available to students who are either currently majoring in, or plan to major in, a discipline related to soil and water conservation. The acceptable fields of study encompass agricultural education, agronomy, horticulture, plant pathology, and agricultural communications, among others.The scholarship is open to high school seniors, as well as undergraduate and graduate students from Georgia, studying at any accredited institution within the United States. First-semester college students are required to submit their high school transcript...
Virginia Museum of Fine Arts Fellowships
$8,000
The Fellowship Program of the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts (VMFA) is a crucial financial resource for visual arts and art history within Virginia. The VMFA is dedicated to backing professional artists and students of art and art history who exhibit outstanding creative talent in their chosen field. To date, the VMFA has granted over $6 million in Fellowships to Virginians.The Fellowship Program was initiated in 1940, thanks to a generous donation from the late John Lee Pratt of Fredericksburg. The program celebrated its 85th anniversary in 2025! The Fellowships, offered through VMFA Statewide, continue to be primarily funded by...
The Fellowship Program of the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts (VMFA) is a crucial financial resource for visual arts and art history within Virginia. The VMFA is dedicated to backing professional artists and students of art and art history who exhibit outstanding creative talent in their chosen field. To date, the VMFA has granted over $6 million in Fellowships to Virginians.The Fellowship Program was initiated in 1940, thanks to a generous donation from the late John Lee Pratt of Fredericksburg. The program celebrated its 85th anniversary in 2025! The Fellowships, offered through VMFA Statewide, continue to be primarily funded by...
Community Foundation of Western Virginia Scholarships
$5,000
Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia — the region’s community foundation — manages a range of scholarship funds created to support and recognize capable, deserving students in accordance with the eligibility and award guidelines set by each donor.
Program details and award criteria for the Foundation’s scholarships may be updated periodically. If you have questions or need further clarification, please call the Foundation at (276) 656-6223.
Eligibility
- Applicants may include graduating high school seniors, students currently enrolled in college, and non-traditional students who intend to pursue studies at a college or university.
- Individual scholarships often carry their own specific...
Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia — the region’s community foundation — manages a range of scholarship funds created to support and recognize capable, deserving students in accordance with the eligibility and award guidelines set by each donor.
Program details and award criteria for the Foundation’s scholarships may be updated periodically. If you have questions or need further clarification, please call the Foundation at (276) 656-6223.
Eligibility
- Applicants may include graduating high school seniors, students currently enrolled in college, and non-traditional students who intend to pursue studies at a college or university.
- Individual scholarships often carry their own specific...
